To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system (STI)
While the Hill start assist system is deactivated, when starting on an uphill grade, braking power is not maintained if the brake pedal is released. Start on an uphill grade by using the parking brake.
You can activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system according to the following procedure.
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To change mode of driver’s control center differential
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Brake booster
The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. Do not turn off the engine while driving because that will turn off the brake booster, resulting in poor braking power.
The brak ...
Models with SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints for driver, front
passenger, and window-side rear passengers
Your vehicle is equipped with a supplemental
restraint system in addition to a
lap/shoulder belt at each front seating
position and each rear window-side seating
positions. The supplemental re ...